The cheapest and fastest trains from Berlin to Ulm
Cheapest price
£49
Average price
£88
Fastest journey
7 h 11 m
Average duration
9 h 6 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
519 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Berlin to Ulm is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Berlin to Ulm will cost around £88 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £49.
Of the 4 trains that leave Berlin for Ulm every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 519 km distance in an average of 9 h 6 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 11 m .
The slowest trains will take 10 h 48 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.








Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Berlin to Ulm
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Berlin to Ulm among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £22. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 12m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £22, and a flight costs an average of £55.
Distance: 519 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£76 Average Price | £36 Average Price Cheapest | £137 Average Price |
8h 18m Average total duration 7h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 18m Average total duration 7h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 12m Average total duration Fastest 1h 12m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions | 1.6 - 3.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Berlin to Ulm train times
The table below shows live departures for Berlin to Ulm trains for today, Saturday 6 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 05:50 Berlin Hbf | 12h30 | 18:20 Ulm, Eberhard-Finckh-Straße / Ludwig-Beck-Straße | 1 change | |
ICE 1035 · EC 219 | On time 06:57 Berlin Hbf | 6h57 | 13:54 Ulm Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 1035 · EC 219 · MEX 19225 · RE 16059 | On time 06:57 Berlin Hbf | 6h54 | 13:51 Ulm Hbf | 3 changes | |
ICE 279 · ICE 517 | On time 07:29 Berlin Hbf | 6h41 | 14:10 Ulm Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 279 · ICE 567 | On time 07:29 Berlin Hbf | 7h05 | 14:34 Ulm Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 703 · ICE 914 | On time 07:36 Berlin Hbf | 7h08 | 14:44 Ulm Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 642 · ICE 575 · ICE 567 | On time 07:46 Berlin Hbf | 6h48 | 14:34 Ulm Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 597 | Delayed 08:26 Berlin Hbf | 6h32 | 14:59 14:59Ulm Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 507 · ICE 514 | On time 08:45 Berlin Hbf | 7h00 | 15:45 Ulm Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 942 · ICE 75 · ICE 117 | On time 08:46 Berlin Hbf | 7h09 | 15:55 Ulm Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 942 · ICE 75 · ICE 117 · MEX 19229 | On time 08:46 Berlin Hbf | 7h05 | 15:51 Ulm Hbf | 4 changes | |
ICE 146 · ICE 1579 · ICE 1219 | On time 09:06 Berlin Hbf | 7h52 | 16:58 Ulm Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 705 · EC 112 | On time 09:24 Berlin Hbf | 6h37 | 16:01 Ulm Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 371 · ICE 519 | On time 09:28 Berlin Hbf | 6h42 | 16:10 Ulm Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 640 · ICE 577 · ICE 569 | On time 09:46 Berlin Hbf | 6h48 | 16:34 Ulm Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 1005 · ICE 1212 | On time 10:04 Berlin Hbf | 6h40 | 16:44 Ulm Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 1219 | On time 10:25 Berlin Hbf | 6h33 | 16:58 Ulm Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 509 · ICE 512 | On time 10:45 Berlin Hbf | 7h00 | 17:45 Ulm Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 9590 · S 6 · IC 1291 | On time 10:54 Berlin Hbf | 7h00 | 17:54 Ulm Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 9590 · S 6 · IC 1291 · MEX 19235 | On time 10:54 Berlin Hbf | 6h57 | 17:51 Ulm Hbf | 4 changes | |
ICE 373 · ICE 611 | On time 11:30 Berlin Hbf | 6h40 | 18:10 Ulm Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 373 · ICE 1069 | On time 11:30 Berlin Hbf | 7h07 | 18:37 Ulm Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 707 · RE 3298+ ag 84136 | On time 11:34 Berlin Hbf | 6h41 | 18:15 Ulm Hbf | 2 changes | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 11:39 Berlin Ostbahnhof | 12h11 | 23:50 Ulm, Eberhard-Finckh-Straße / Ludwig-Beck-Straße | 1 change | |
ICE 548 · ICE 579 · ICE 1069 | On time 11:46 Berlin Hbf | 6h51 | 18:37 Ulm Hbf | 2 changes | |
FlixTrain · FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 11:49 Berlin, Central Station (Invalidenstraße) | 12h01 | 23:50 Ulm, Eberhard-Finckh-Straße / Ludwig-Beck-Straße | 2 changes | |
ICE 1695 · ICE 910 | On time 12:12 Berlin Hbf | 6h32 | 18:44 Ulm Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 691 | Delayed 12:28 Berlin Hbf | 6h30 | 18:59 18:59Ulm Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 1601 · ICE 721 · ICE 510 | On time 12:45 Berlin Hbf | 7h00 | 19:45 Ulm Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 1039 · ICE 1099 · ICE 613 | 12:57 Berlin Hbf | 7h13 | 20:10 Ulm Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 375 · ICE 613 | On time 13:32 Berlin Hbf | 6h38 | 20:10 Ulm Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 709+ ag 84140 | On time 13:34 Berlin Hbf | 6h42 | 20:16 Ulm Hbf | 1 change | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 13:50 Berlin Hbf | 10h00 | 23:50 Ulm, Eberhard-Finckh-Straße / Ludwig-Beck-Straße | 1 change | |
ICE 693 · RE 4235 | Delayed 14:26 14:25Berlin Hbf | 7h18 | 21:43 Ulm Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 801 · ICE 698 | On time 15:35 Berlin Hbf | 6h26 | 22:01 Ulm Hbf | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Berlin to Ulm
Trains from Berlin to Ulm run on average 11 times per day, taking around 7h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £25 but you can travel from only £22 by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:51. The fastest train covers the 519 km distance in 5h 38m.
Distance 519 km |
Average train duration 7h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price £25 |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 5h 38m |
First train 00:01 |
Last train 23:51 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain from Berlin to Ulm trainsDeutsche Bahn, FlixTrain trains will get you between Berlin and Ulm from £22. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
FlixTrain
FAQs: Berlin to Ulm train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Berlin to Ulm by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Ulm, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Berlin and Ulm
- AVCI Bistro
- Restaurant Athos
- Yoko Sushi
- Payamlino Bistro
- Hotel Nova
- Pension Adamshof
- Pension Zum Lichtenberger
- Monday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Thursday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Friday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Saturday: 10:00 - 17:30
- Sunday: 10:00 - 17:30
- Jäger & Lustig
- BLOCK HOUSE
- Pizza und Pasta
- Lang Van II
- Upstalsboom Hotel Friedrichshain
- Armony Hotel
- Nu hotel berlin
- Holiday Inn Berlin - City East Side
- Monday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Thursday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Friday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Saturday: 10:00 - 17:30
- Sunday: 10:00 - 17:30
- Unvernunft
- Taverna Teloneio
- Burger King
- Hasir
- Hotel Benn
- Hotel Herbst
- Hotel Lindenufer
- Hotel Ibis Berlin Spandau
- Monday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Tuesday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Wednesday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Thursday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Friday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Saturday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Sunday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Café Schmizz
- Blauflesch
- Wilder Mann
- Gaststuben im Zunfthaus der Schiffleute
- Hotel Neuthor
- Bäumle
- InterCityHotel Ulm
- Lehrertal Garni
- Bodhi
- Schwarze Henne
- Café Schmizz
- Kornhäusle
- Hotel Neuthor
- Hotel Comfor
- Bäumle
- Stern
- Hirsch
- O sole mio
- Illerbuben
- Adler
- O sole mio
- Adler
- Hirsch
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